Aerospace Test Engineer – Hands-On, Data-Driven

ptitechnologies; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

PTI Technologies in Oxnard, CA seeks a Test Engineer to develop procedures, perform tests, and prepare reports related to new or modified products. You will design test devices, operate equipment, and write test programs (LabVIEW, C++, VBA) while collaborating with multiple departments.

The role requires a bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering, strong electro/mechanical knowledge, and hands-on testing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or similar field.
• General knowledge of electro/mechanical theory and working knowledge of testing practices and procedures
• Strong knowledge and experience with aerospace product development efforts
• Hands-on experience with integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test
• Experience in technical writing
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with different departments
• Working knowledge and skill in various types of hand and machine tool operation
• Knowledge of CAD (SolidWorks, Pro-E)
• Knowledge of programming (LabVIEW, C++, VBA) and/or application development

Responsibilities

• Develop test procedures and perform tests according to specifications and customer requirements.
• Organize and prepare test reports and reviews test data.
• Evaluate mechanical and electrical requirements, design and customer specifications and other data necessary to establish criteria for the development of tests within the overall capability of existing facilities and technology.
• Consult with supervisor concerning schedules and workload and maintains communication with assigned group to assure positive direction and control.
• Prepare reports for supervisor pertaining to progress, schedules, workload and proposed improvements or recommendations.
• Operate all types of mechanical and electronic test equipment and instrumentation to perform tasks.
• Design test fixtures and electrical devices required for tests.
• Write programs for performing tests and analysis of test data collected.
• Prepare pricing quotes and proposals (performs specification reviews and failure analysis as required).
• Maintain and manage test equipment and test schedule.
• Lead the troubleshooting effort to resolve test discrepancies.
• Develop test procedures and prepare test reports reflecting personal analysis of test results.
• Support other areas as need.

Skills

Communication skills

Testing procedures

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Math proficiency

Education

BSc Mechanical/Aerospace

Tools

SolidWorks

Pro-E

LabVIEW

C++

VBA

Job description

PTI Technologies in Oxnard, CA seeks a Test Engineer to develop procedures, perform tests, and prepare reports related to new or modified products. You will design test devices, operate equipment, and write test programs (LabVIEW, C++, VBA) while collaborating with multiple departments.

The role requires a bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering, strong electro/mechanical knowledge, and hands-on testing experience.